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Natick MA 01760 · License #P-256335 · Center · Center-Based Care
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Staff Records
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Children's Records
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
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Violation
Sufficient amount and variety of equipment and materials3
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
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Indoor Space
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
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Infection Control/Hand Washing
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
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Disposition: Yes
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Violation
Individual Health Care Plan (IHCP)
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
Medication
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
Current consent for administered medications
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
3 staff files were reviewed and the following was noted: 1. All files were missing the required number of professional development hours. 2. All files were missing bi-monthly observations and consultations. 3. 1 file was missing evidence of the verification of 2 references and evidence of [REDACTED] 4. 1 file was missing an application/resume and evidence of [REDACTED].
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
3 children's files were reviewed and the following was noted: 1. 1 child's file was completely expired as of 10/2025 and they were missing evidence of an updated physical exam, immunizations and lead screening. 2. 1 child's file was completely expired as of 3/2025, they were missing evidence of an updated physical and immunizations. 3. 2 files were missing evidence of progress reports every 6 months as required.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
There was not enough variety of toys/materials int he Infant/Toddler classroom. There were several empty shelves, no dramatic play food, clothing, plates/utensils/pots/pans and only 3 books on the book shelf.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
When observing in classrooms the following was noted: 1. the dramatic play kitchen set was not secured in the I/T classroom. 2. A tall white shelf was not secured in the PS classroom. 3. A toy with small plastic buttons which was considered a choking hazard was accessible to children in the Infant/Toddler classroom.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
An Educator in the Infant/Toddler room did not follow infection control procedures when diapering a child. 1. The child's hands were not washed after diapering. 2. The staff hands were not washed after diapering; she put on a new set of gloves and began diapering the next child. 3. The diapering surface was not washed with soap/water and disinfected after each diaper change; she just rolled out clean paper and diapered the next child.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
1 child's IHCP expired 11/6/2025.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
1 child's [REDACTED]12/2025.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
1 child with emergency medication did not have current consent to administer on file.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
Allergy posting
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
Children's Records - R Apr 2025
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
Staff Records - R Apr 2025
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
Attendance Recording and Group Sizes/Ratios
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
3 children's files were reviewed, and the following was noted: 1. 1 file was missing evidence of an updated lead screening.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
3 staff files were reviewed, and the following was noted: 1. 1 staff information form was not signed/dated by the staff member, the verification of 2 verbal references was missing evidence of a physical exam and [REDACTED] 2. 1 file was missing evidence of having completed the EEC Essential trainings as required and their physical and immunizations were in French so it could not be determined if they were valid. 3. 1 file was missing evidence of an annual evaluation, and an updated physical exam.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
At the time of the visit the following was noted: 1. The program was not maintaining Teacher:Child ratio when 1 group of 4 PS were assigned to an Asst. Teacher. 2. 4 PS children were napping in an Infant/Toddler classroom, the program was exceeding the maximum group size of 9 and PS children are not allowed to be combined with infants and toddlers unless it is the first 2 hours or last 2 hours of the day.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
The allergy posting was missing the child's emergency medications.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
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Violation
Opportunities to foster independence and self help skills
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
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Violation
Food stored in clean/covered containers
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
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Food prepared/served in safe/sanitary manner
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
Bottle Feeding
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
Indoor Space
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
When observing in the Toddler classroom the Licensor noted all shelves were empty, there were no books on the book shelf, no art easel, no housekeeping/dramatic play area set up. There were toys on the floor the children were playing with and several toys on the other side of the classroom, but they were not accessible to the children.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
At the time o f the visit snacks were opened and rolled/taped closed they were not in a sealed or covered container with the date of when they were opened.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
At the time of the visit the Toddler room was using reusable plastic bowls and spoons, the program does not have a way to wash, rinse and sanitize these items correctly per the board of health. Disposable items must be used.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
At the time of the visit an infant was seated in a bouncy chair while the Educator was feeding them a bottle. Children must be held when being fed a bottle.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
At the time of the visit the following was noted: 1. There was a hole in a shelf in the Toddler room accessible to children that was an entrapment hazard. 2.The toilet in the children's bathroom was broken, the back cover was on the floor, and it did not flush when using the handle.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
Children's Records - R Apr 2025
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
Toxic substances
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
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Violation
IHCP
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
Refrigerator temperature
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
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Violation
Staff Records
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
The same 4 files were reviwed and the following was noted: 1. 1 file was missing evidence of a physical exam, immunizations and lead screening. . 2 additional files were reviewed and the following was noted: 1. 1 file expired 2/9/2023 and there was no evidence of n updated physical exam. 2. 1 file had no evidence of an updated physical exam. Observations from original visit on 2023-03-30 00:00:00: 4 Children's files were reviewed, and the following was noted: 1. 1 file was not on site. 2. 1 file was missing evidence of an updated lead screening. 3. 1 file was missing evidence of a physical exam, immunizations and lead screening. 4. 1 file was missing evidence of immunizations prior to enrollment. Corrective Plan received on 2023-04-13 00:00:00: 1.All files are on site and will never be off site again. Admin was retrained on EEC procedures. 2.parent sent lead screening. 3.exam, immunization and lead screening send by parent. 4. copy of immunization received from parent.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
A spray bottle of sunscreen was found stored inside a child's cubby accessible to all the children.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
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Violation
1 child's IHCP did not state what Educators were trained in this child's IHCP and medications that need to be administered..
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
At the time of the visit the infant refrigerator thermometer read 26-28 degrees, for safe food storage it must be kept between 32-40 degrees. The office refrigerator did not have a thermometer so the Director added one immediately, you must ensure the temperature is checked regularly on all fridges.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
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Violation
3 Staff files were reviewed, and the following was noted: 1. 2 files were missing evidence of [REDACTED].
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
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Violation
Children's Records - R Apr 2025
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
Gross Motor Room
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
Infection Control/Hand Washing - R Apr 2025
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
Rest materials stored appropriately
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
4 Children's files were reviewed, and the following was noted: 1. 1 file was not on site. 2. 1 file was missing evidence of an updated [REDACTED] 3. 1 file was missing evidence of a physical exam, [REDACTED] 4. 1 file was missing evidence of immunizations prior to enrollment.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
There was not a sufficient amount of toys/equipment in the Gross Motor room to engage all children present. The Licensor observed 2 ride on toys and a bucket of blocks for the Toddlers to play with.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
The Licensor observed the following: 1. An Educator in the toddler room cleaned the diaper changing surface then washed her hands in the sink labeled food prep. 2. Children in the PS classroom were being instructed to wash their hands in the classroom sink after using the toilet.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
At the time of the visit the infant rest mats were covered with their individual sheets and they were piled on top of a shelf touching one another. This is not considered sanitary storage of bed linens. Once brought to the Licensee's attention the sheets were removed from touching one another.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
Staff Records - R Apr 2025
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
Location of health care policy; Location of 1st aid kit
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
Plan for diapering and toilet training
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
6 staff files were reviewed and the following was noted: 1. 3 Educators did not have evidence of [REDACTED]
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
The location of the full First Aid Kit and Health Care policy was not posted. It was recommended for it to be hung outside of the Directors office.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
The plan for diapering and toilet training was not posted next to diapering areas or in bathrooms.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
Accurate attendance; arrival/departure times
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
A written progress report must be done periodically
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
Playground free from hazards; fenced if applicable
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
Evacuation drill log, all groups
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
Individual Health Care Plan (IHCP) - R Apr 2025
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
1 progress report was not on file for an infant; Infant progress reports must be completed every 3 months.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
When reviewing the attendance record the Licensor noted it was not accurate; 2 children were not signed out on Wednesday June 1st.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
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Violation
When observing the playground the following was noted: 1. Unknown plants were found growing all over the playground and through the fence. 2. A kiddie wadding pool was found in the I/T playground full of water, dirt/debree. 3. Two large commercial spring rocker toys were found lying on their side in the I/T playground. 4. Chipping/Peeling blue paint was found on the wood surrounding the playground equipment.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
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Violation
The Evacuation drill log did not have evidence of the program practicing a drill in April or May 2022.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
1 child's IHCP had expired 3/10/2022. The Director stated the child no longer had an [REDACTED] however, there was no Dr.'s note on file stating this.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
Children's Records - R Apr 2025
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
Medication
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
Individual Health Care Plan (IHCP) - R Apr 2025
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
4 children's files were reviewed and the following was noted: 2 children were missing evidence of a physical exam and lead screening. 2. 1 child's Face sheet and First Aid Emergency consent & release form was not signed/dated by the parent.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
1 child's [REDACTED]was not in it's original container or with the original prescription label affixed to it. This same [REDACTED]had expired 2/2022.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
1. 1 child with a chronic medical condition [redacted[ did not have an IHCP on file. 2. 1 child's IHCP was not signed/dated by the parent
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.